Gov’t must spend more on marketing Guyana abroad

Co-Chairman of the Tourism Working Group Captain Gerry Gouveia addressing the forum on Thursday

Paltry government investment in the promotion of Guyana abroad compared to the “millions” being invested in the same pursuit by other Caribbean countries has been a key factor in the retardation of the local tourism industry, according to a presentation made by stakeholders in the industry at this week’s National Economic Forum.

Local tour operators, hoteliers and service organizations in the country’s tourism industry have used this week’s two-day National Economic Forum to send yet another message to the government that it needs to do more to promote tourism as an important sector in the country’s economy.

Chief Executive Officer of Roraima Airways, Captain Gerry Gouveia,